Caretaker

College of West Anglia; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent education institution in Cambridge seeks a Caretaker to serve as an ambassador, assisting visitors, students, and ensuring a welcoming campus. This varied role includes maintenance tasks, working on a rota basis. Benefits include 30 days annual leave and a contributory pension scheme. Applications close on 30 September 2025.

Benefits

30 days annual leave

Contributory pension scheme

Discounts with local businesses

Access to well-being resources

Qualifications

• Ability to act as an ambassador for the college.
• Experience in maintenance and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors and assist students and colleagues.
• Perform general maintenance duties.
• Cover early to late hours and weekend events.

Job description

Overview

JOB TITLE: CARETAKER

LOCATION: CAMBRIDGE

HOURS: 37 PER WEEK (ROTA BASIS 7AM TO 6PM MONDAY TO FRIDAY; 7PM ON THURSDAYS)

SALARY: £24,092 - £24,292 PER ANNUM

This is more than a caretaker role. You will be an ambassador for the college by meeting and greeting visitors, as well as supporting students and colleagues who require assistance. The role is varied and includes day-to-day tasks that keep our campus an inspiring place to learn, ranging from general maintenance to providing a reassuring presence on site.

The hours are typically Monday to Friday with start and end times on a rota basis (earliest start 07:00 to latest finish 21:00). There is potential for overtime and some weekend working when events are held on campus.

Responsibilities

• Act as an ambassador for the college by greeting visitors and assisting students and colleagues as required.
• Perform general maintenance and site presence duties to support a safe and welcoming campus environment.
• Work on a rota basis to cover early to late hours and potential weekend events.

Benefits

We offer an excellent package including:

• 30 days annual leave per year for support staff, plus five College closure days
• Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part-time)
• Fee waivers on some College courses
• Contributory pension scheme with the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Discounts with local businesses and access to a cycle to work scheme
• Well-being resources, including a staff well-being committee and access to an Employee Assistance Programme

Job share opportunities are available for the right candidates.

How to Apply / Contact

To apply online or view all current vacancies, please visit www.cwa.ac.uk.

For further information specific to the role or to arrange a visit, please contact Simon Cornford at [e-mail].

Closing date for receipt of applications: midnight, Tuesday 30 September 2025

Interviews are provisionally scheduled for 10 October 2025 at our Milton campus.

Notes

Applicants are expected to ensure their applications are written in their own words.

We reserve the right to use an AI checker on any application. All interviews are conducted face to face; online interviews are not available.

CWA is a Disability Confident employer and offers a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled candidates who meet all essential criteria. Please disclose any disabilities and whether you wish to be considered under this scheme.

CWA is committed to safeguarding. All staff appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS checks, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and a barred list check. All shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 but Exceptions Order may apply. Full details of our Safeguarding Child and Vulnerable Adult Protection policy can be found at Policies (cwa.ac.uk).

CWA reserves the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient suitably qualified applications are received.

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